Archive for June 9th, 2006
By Karan Kapoor, Ludhiana :
Inspired by leading multinationals and big corporates mobilising capital from investors, India’s leading hair stylist, Jawed Habib is all set to issue his
company’s first initial public offer worth 100 crore rupees (21.5 million dollar IPO) this year. Each share would cost between 250 to 300 rupees.
Jawed informed that his company had become a public limited company and would soon become the first hairstyling company to go in for a public issue.
According to him, Habib’s is a brand in the lifestyle and hair styling industry and is equally competitive in this global era.
It is not less than industries like steel, textile, cement or any other commercial venture. “To compete in the global scenario, one must go for an IPO. India has become global now and if one need money, it is only possible through public investment. If big companies can buy multinationals, then why can’t Jawed Habib buy big brands of the world. Indian doctors and steel tycoon Mittal have become so
famous. Mittal is a steel giant. So why can’t Jawed Habib become a king of hair,” said Jawed Habib, the famed hairstylist.
Jawed further said that hairstyle industry has grown drastically over the past few years and now more men are inclined to come to beauty parlours or saloons than women.
“When my father started this business, the ratio was 95 percent female and five percent male. I think, now the ratio is 60-40. We have more males nowadays then females. Earlier, people were very shy to come to a saloon, but now the trend has changed, their thinking has changed. Now, it is like a global world and global India. Hair is a complete personality trait. You may go for the best of the facials but if hair cut is not good, then everything is useless. I think, hair cut is a base,” added Jawed.
Habib has two decades of experience in hair styling and Jawed Habib Hair and Beauty Limited is one of the largest hairstyling and beauty saloon chains in Asia with more than 60 salons and over 400 professionals in the country.
It has branches in Bangladesh, Nepal, the UK and the US as well.
June 9th, 2006
Learn how how to give a haircut. Save time and money by doing your husband’s or kid’s flat top hairstyle yourself.
Some men’s hair is just made for a flat top. My husband is one of those men.
His hair is very thick, and the various styles he tried over the years either took too much grooming time or just didn’t look right on him. Then he tried a flat top, and he’s never gone back since. The style requires no effort on his part, and it suits him.
However, a flat top does require a lot of “upkeep” in order for it to remain precise. For my husband, this meant a trip to the salon every two to three weeks, proving to be expensive in the long run. When he first asked me if I would do his flat top instead, I balked at the idea because I was afraid it would result in disaster. When I finally gave in, I was surprised at how easy it actually was to do a flat top. We were both pleased with the results, and I have regularly done my husband’s hair ever since. If you follow these simple steps, you can easily do a flat top, too.
Observe
The first step is to do a little observing. Go along to the next appointment or two and watch the stylist. Pay attention to the type of tools used, how they are held, and the steps that are followed to complete the haircut.
Tools
Next, visit a beauty supply store for your own equipment. Keep in mind that the initial purchase may seem expensive, but the money you save in the long run makes it worthwhile.
The most important tool is called a flat topper comb. About six inches wide with a handle, it looks a lot like a detangling comb, but has teeth that are longer and very flat. The top of the comb contains a bubble level, which is the secret to getting a straight, even flat top.
Next, pick out a good clippers with various size guards to allow for different hair lengths. The size doesn’t really matter as long as the motor is strong enough to handle the job. It is important to keep the blades oiled so the clippers can work properly.
Another useful tool is a hair cutting shears. I use a small one for clipping the inevitable stray long hairs that somehow escape the blade.
Finally, you may want to buy a cape to help catch all the clippings and keep them from annoying the “clippee”. You can also just use a sheet or towel, but they don’t fit as well and are harder to clean.
The actual haircut
The first step in achieving the perfect flat top is to remove the lower portion of the hair with clippers. Chose a guard which creates the desired length – they are numbered, and smaller numbers allow hair to be clipped closer to the head. The larger the number, the longer the hair. In my husband’s case, a number 2 guard works well.
Start at the base of the hair and use the clippers in a slow, upward motion. Remove the hair only up to the area around the temple, leaving a circle of longer hair all the way around the top of the head. It is important to move slowly to avoid pulling, and it is a good idea to go over the area twice to be sure there are no stray long hairs or missed patches. Be careful not to go up too far with the clippers, or you will end up with a regular crew cut rather than a nice flat top.
The next step is using the flat topper comb along the sides and back of the top part of the head. You should remove the guard from the clippers at this point, but be careful to avoid touching it to the hair without using the comb as a guide. Slide the comb into the hair to be cut, tipping it to create the desired angle (at this point, you don’t need to worry about the level). The angle is really a matter of personal preference–some people prefer a straighter look, while others prefer a bit of a taper. Use the clippers to remove the hair sticking out of the top of the comb. This is done by moving the clippers along the comb “against the grain” of the hair. Continue moving all the way around both sides and the back of the head. The most important part during this process is making sure that the angles on both sides of the head match. It may be necessary to do some touch-up work here after the top of the hair is done.
Next, use the flat topper on the very top of the head. This is where it is important to use the bubble level on the comb. This ensures that the top is actually flat rather than angled to one side. First, be sure the person is holding his head straight, then slide the comb through the top of the hair at a right angle. Balance the comb on the top of the head, be sure it is level, and remove the hair with the clippers.
At this point, it is time to inspect your work. Check to be sure the top of the hair is level and that the sides are even and contain the desired amount of taper. Look closely for long hairs or missed areas, touching up with a scissors when necessary.
The final step involves using the clippers (without the guard) to trim up the base of the hair, the area around the ears, and to shave the neck.
At first, it may take a long time to complete the process, but with some practice, the steps become routine. Eventually, you may get so good at it that you start taking in customers!
June 9th, 2006
Hair turns gray as we age because the follicles at the base of the hair shaft cease to produce melanin.
Each follicle contains a finite number of pigment cells. These pigment cells produce melanin, a chemical that gives the hair shaft (the visible strands) its color (black, brown, blonde, red, and all shades in between.)
The darkness or lightness of your hair depends on how much melanin each strand contains. Melanin is the same pigment that makes skin tan upon exposure to the sun.
With age, the pigment cells in the follicle gradually die off. As they do so, that strand will no longer contain as much color and will show up as silver, gray, or white as it grows. Eventually, all the pigment cells will die and the hair becomes completely gray.
The age at which you go gray is determined by your genes. A ballpark guess can be made by observing the ages at which your parents or grandparents went gray. Some people go gray at young ages–as early as high school–whereas some may not go gray before their forties or fifties. For example, most Caucasian women show their first gray hairs during their mid thirties.
Graying typically occurs over a long time. From the time that a person notices the first gray strands, it can take ten years or more to complete the process.
While genetics is the most common cause of gray hair, other things can contribute to graying. Lack of B vitamins (particularly pantothenic acid, poor nutrition, anemia, (lack of iron in the blood), thyroid problems, and even smoking can contribute to graying. Smokers are believed to gray at an earlier rate because smoking depletes oxygen in the bodies tissues.
Treatment for diseases, such as cancer, or AIDS, can also cause hair to turn gray.
It has been said that a shock can cause people to go gray overnight but that theory has generally been discounted.
Although parents often like to claim that the stess of having children has caused them to go gray, this theory has also been discounted.
June 9th, 2006
Have you ever colored or bleached your hair? Did you have problems with rashes and your hair coming out the wrong color?
Women have been dying their hair for ages. In the 50’s they used henna rinses. They were messy and didn’t last long.
Times have changed, and now we have many different chemicals in hair dye. These new chemicals added over the years can cause severe skin reactions. Possible hair loss can occur if not applied properly. Instead of coming out with blonde hair, you now have green hair.
Always do a patch test before dying your hair. Apply a patch test under the back of your hair near your neck. This way if there is a reaction, it won’t be noticeable. This applies to bleaching and putting color in your hair.
Be sure and cut off all the dry ends of your hair first. This would be a good time to get a trim. The ends of your hair are porous, so cutting the ends keeps the color even.
Apply the bleach or dye on the roots of your hair first. This is the new growth which needs more penetration first. Then apply to the ends. Make sure that if bleaching your hair, you remove the color of your natural hair to almost white before putting on a toner. If you bring the color down to a red tone with the bleach and add a light blonde toner, you will have reddish blonde hair.
Dying the hair with haircoloring requires you to know that hair dye comes in colors such as red tones, gold tones and green tones. If you dyed your hair with a gold based dye and then dyed your hair with a green based dye, chances are your hair will turn green. The reason for this is you cannot mix dyes with different colored bases.
If not sure of the different dyes and which ones to use, find a beauty supply store and ask someone there, or call a beauty salon or visit your hairdresser.
If you do a patch test and have an allergic reaction, do not use the haircoloring or bleach. If you bleach or dye your hair and find breakage happening, stop immediately and wash your hair. Do not continue!
June 9th, 2006
Spring in New England means wedding season is just around the corner and wedding season is big business in New England.
Dellaria Salons today announced the availability of its Customized Bridal & Bachelorette Spa Events packages.
Spa environments can be hectic and planning a wedding is a stressful job. Dellaria Salons offers a highly-customizable, a la carte menu ranging from invitations, spa services, catering, music, and take-home gifts for attendees in a Dellaria Salon that is closed to the party and reserved exclusively for the bridal party, be it a shower or bachelorette celebration. The a la carte menu allows brides and bridesmaids to create the spa event they’ve always dreamed of within their designated price range.
“We service hundreds of brides and bridesmaids in our 26 salons each year,” said Ellen Pestell, marketing director of Dellaria Salons. “We saw a need in New England to provide women with a peaceful spa experience to help them prepare for and celebrate the wedding day with their family and friends.”
Upon arrival at the Dellaria Salon, the bride can slip into her luxurious, white, fluffy, terrycloth robe surrounded by her bridesmaids wrapped in their pink robes. The group selects from a full range of spa services, such as manicures, pedicures, aromatherapy massages, and facials. The mood is completed with music selections and catering that might include champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries or wine and cheese.
“We’ve found that our bride and bridal party clients were looking for stress-free, one-stop planning and a Dellaria Bridal Spa Event provides just that,” continues Ellen Pestell. “There’s no limit to what we can provide and we’re dedicated to working with clients to create the event they have in mind.”
Upon departure from the Dellaria Salon, the bride may choose to provide her bridal party with Wedding Day Emergency Kits, equipped with everything they’ll need on the big day, from breath mints to bobby pins. The bridal party may select the Here Comes the Bride pampering kit for their bride to ensure she maintains her spa glow after the event through to the wedding day. The kit comes with a reusable terrycloth carrying case packed with cleansers, creams, and scrubs. The bride also may be presented with a Bride Baby Tee, tastefully embroidered with “Bride” in crystals, so she can hit the streets in style when leaving the salon.
June 9th, 2006